FAQS AT BLAZE A BRILLIANT PATH
Faqs: how will we begin?
One Foot At A Time.
I intend to help make getting started in therapy simple and easy for you. I remember the appointment with my first therapist in 2001, I was excited to start making positive changes in my life, but I was also anxious about the therapy process. Many people experience the benefits of psychotherapy very quickly! Because they can finally be seen for who they are and be listened to, that’s exactly what I want for you too.
First, complete this online form, so I better know how to serve you. Then we can schedule a FREE 20 minute Intro Session online via Zoom.
During our time together, you can tell me more about you and your challenges, as well as share some of the things that you’ve tried up until now. Please tell me about the things that were big wins and the flops that left you feeling more frustrated. You’ll talk, and I’ll listen.
During this time, you can also ask more about me. As well as my specialties, the modalities I use, and any additional questions that you have about working together. And if you have more FAQ’s ask them during this time.
Then, if we think we’re a good fit for each other, we can schedule our first therapy/counseling session together. If you want to learn more about me on the internet, please click here.
Faqs: where will we meet?
You decide for yourself.
At this time, all of our therapy and counseling sessions will be conducted online via Zoom. I lead all our sessions from my private and secluded office, free from interruptions and disturbances.
I invite you to be in a private space where you feel safe and free of distractions. I also encourage you to have water, a box of tissues, and a blanket available. Some people prefer to have their pets nearby, which is fine unless they are very active or noisy. Please don’t schedule our sessions while you are driving or as a passenger in a vehicle that lacks privacy.
I will provide you with access to a client portal so we can communicate securely and confidently between sessions. So we can eliminate potentially insecure forms of communication like emails and texts. Therefore we can keep our communication outside of our session times to a minimum. All of your forms are also securely housed within this portal, nothing is saved on a computer hard drive or in paper files.
The portal is very simple, and even non-techy clients like its ease and accessibility. In addition, you will also be able to schedule and reschedule your appointments in the client portal, which makes scheduling a breeze for both of us.
Faqs: what are the rates?
Fees & more.
Rates are $300 per 50-minute individual or couples session. You can also request from me, if you desire, a Good Faith Estimate in Healthcare for what your estimated services will cost.
There are also a limited number of sliding-scale client sessions, in which the session rates are reduced based on your annual gross income. Currently, there is a waiting list for these reduced-rate session opportunities.
The fee includes our full 50-minute session time and the ongoing review of our conversations in the client portal. Additional services, including support letters, client research, and consultations with other healthcare providers, are prorated in 15-minute increments.
There is a 48-hour cancellation policy.
If you cancel your session with less than 48 hours’ notice, you will be charged the full fee for the session.
Faqs: what about insurance?
All the details.
Currently, I do not take insurance.
Because I am a “self-pay” provider, you can decide on the frequency of our sessions (weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly). As well as the total length of time you want to be in therapy.
You’ll tell me when it’s time for you to “graduate” or end our therapy together, as many of the goals that you want to achieve will be fulfilled. My ultimate goal as your therapist/coach is to see you living a soul-based life that lights you up!
Faqs: what can you expect from me?
I am…
I am Fiercely Compassionate.
I want to see you and understand you. I want to give you the empathy you deserve, especially for all the challenges and hardships you’ve already had to endure.
I am Light. I have an incredible gift of seeing the light in every single person. And even if you can’t see it, I can. I like to play and have fun during our time together; I know there is great healing and freedom in laughter.
I’m a Teacher Archetype. I will share innovative tools and strategies with you so you can do them on your own and teach them to others, too.
I am a Fire-Starter, Illuminator, and Torch Bearer. I want to help you see your negative thought patterns and behaviors, bring them out in the open, and then help you transform them into radiant joy.
I also Believe in Walking My Talk. I am a therapist/counselor who also has a therapist, and I’ve had a therapist on my team for myself for over twenty years. My therapy practice is built on the strong values of Integrity, Transparency, Authenticity, Openness, Curiosity, and Transformation.
I’m Eager to Watch You Live a Soul-Based Life that Lights You Up!